Suzuki RM-Z450 - Page 89

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Inspecting the Drive Chain
When inspecting the chain, look
for the following:
• Loose pins
• Damaged rollers
• Dry or rusted links
• Kinked or binding links
• Excessive wear
• Improper chain adjustment
If you find anything wrong with the
drive chain condition or adjust-
ment, correct the problem if you
know how. If necessary, consult
your authorized Suzuki dealer.
Good Worn
Damage to the drive chain means
that the sprockets may also be
damaged. Inspect the sprockets
for the following:
• Excessively worn teeth
• Broken or damaged teeth
• Loose sprocket mounting nuts
NOTE: The two sprockets should
be inspected for wear when a new
chain is installed and replaced if
necessary.
If you find any of these problems
with your sprocket, consult your
Suzuki dealer.
Drive Chain Cleaning and
Oiling
Clean and oil the chain as follows:
1. Remove dirt and dust from the
drive chain.
2. Clean the drive chain with a
drive chain cleaner, or water
and neutral detergent.
3. Use a soft brush to clean the
drive chain.
4. Wipe off water and neutral
detergent.
5. Lubricate with a motorcycle
drive chain lubricant or high
viscosity oil (#80 – 90).
6. Lubricate both front and back
plates of the drive chain.
7. Wipe off excess lubricant after
lubricating all around the drive
chain.
NOTICE
Cleaning the drive chain
improperly can damage ruin
the drive chain.
• Do not use a volatile solvent
such as paint thinner, kero-
sene and gasoline.
• Do not use a high pressure
cleaner to clean the drive
chain.
• Do not use a wire brush to
clean the drive chain.